Teacher - Primary

Aldar Education is seeking an outstanding Primary Teacher for The Pearl British Academy in Abu Dhabi commencing Academic Year 25/26.

The Pearl British Academy is a diverse private international English school located in the heart of Abu Dhabi city. Serving students from Nursery Year 6, we follow the National Curriculum of England. To provide professional leadership and management for the department in order to secure high-quality teaching and learning, effective use of resources, and improved standards of learning and achievement for all students.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi's leading school group. The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Education Degree with PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Outstanding teacher.
• Teaching across ability range with proven success.
• Experience of working in an International School is desirable.
• Experience of teaching UK Curriculum.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of UAE Ministry of Education and ADEK regulations is preferable.
• Passion for education, teaching, and a belief in the potential of every student.
• Ability to work under pressure, problem-solve, deal with challenging situations, and be resilient.
• Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD).

Qualities and Attributes:

• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Good communicator at all levels.
• Committed to developing positive relationships with all members of the school community.
• Work alongside fellow teachers to plan engaging lessons that meet the requirements of the curriculum.
• Liaise with colleagues and work flexibly.
• Work with parents to ensure the happiness and best academic outcomes for all children.
• Cooperate with curriculum support staff (where applicable) to support children’s development.

Teaching and Learning:

• Clear understanding of the required curriculum.
• Organising classroom provision and learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Planning, preparing, and presenting sessions that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the class ensuring personalised learning for all students.
• Motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative teaching.
• Observing and assessing children in line with school assessment processes.
• Reflecting on classroom provision, sessions taught, progress made, and adjusting environment, planning, and curriculum accordingly.
• Meeting with other professionals such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and educational psychologists, if required.
• Ensure the Pearl British Academy Teacher HPL language and attitudes are embedded throughout the curriculum.

Assessment and Data:

• Taking responsibility for the progress of all individuals in a class/classes.
• Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of students' development using Learning Ladders.
• Using data from assessments to influence further planning, provision, and intervention as part of expected quality first teaching.
• Providing feedback to parents and carers on a student’s progress at Parent Teacher Conferences and other meetings.

Behaviour Management and Duties:

• Follow the school’s behaviour policy.
• Manage classes effectively, using approaches suitable for students' needs to inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils.
• Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary within the school’s behavioural policy.
• Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values, and behaviour expected of pupils.
• Have high expectations of behaviour, promoting self-control and independence among all learners.
• Carry out duties as directed and within the school’s policy.
• Ensure all attendance and punctuality expectations are followed as per policy.

Wider Professional Responsibilities:

• Work as part of a curriculum action group, supporting planning, assessment, resources, and special events linked to that team.
• Actively take responsibility for CPD to seek improved standards of teaching and learning in line with the school SDP and personal development plan.
• Support the organisation and participation in school events, outings, and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening.
• Communicate effectively with parents/carers regarding students' achievements and well-being using school systems/processes such as CPOMS as appropriate.
• Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.
• Run a weekly ECA each term.

Company Industry:

• Education
• Training
• Teaching

Department / Functional Area:

• Teaching
• Education

Keywords:

• Teacher - Primary